HD PVR just turns itself off - quite often

[tvmaster2]

Lately, this has been happening alot: status lights go out, power light is off an that's that.
No warning - video on-screen looked stable up to that point, it just turns itself off and sits there like bricks do.

Anyone else having this problem, and if so, did an RMA back to Hauppauge fix it?

At this point, I can't think of anything I haven't tried. I don't see how a bad USB connection, Java memory size or even faulty SageTV software would cause a hardware unit to just shut itself off.

hmmm

[Skirge01]

First thing they'll tell you to do is try recording with the TMT software and see if it does the same thing. If it does, you're golden, since they'll RMA it. If not, then you'll have to do some further troubleshooting.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by Skirge01

First thing they'll tell you to do is try recording with the TMT software and see if it does the same thing. If it does, you're golden, since they'll RMA it. If not, then you'll have to do some further troubleshooting.

ok, I'll run that for a day or so and see what happens.

[Chriscic]

I hate to suggest something so stupid, but it's been done before...are you sure you're not turning it off via a remote trying to do something else?

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by Chriscic

I hate to suggest something so stupid, but it's been done before...are you sure you're not turning it off via a remote trying to do something else?

I wish - just sitting there and it dies

[jptheripper]

Please also check that your USB port is not set to "power off" to save power in your power management setup. I am not sure if the HDPVR would view this as a signal to shutdown.

While very unlikely at least you can rule it out.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by jptheripper

Please also check that your USB port is not set to "power off" to save power in your power management setup. I am not sure if the HDPVR would view this as a signal to shutdown.

While very unlikely at least you can rule it out.

that's worth investigating - thanks. In the meantime, I've been running for the last 10 hours through the Hauppauge-supplied recording software, and no shutdowns or hangups.
That does not bode well for Sage 7

[ccsmoke]

http://forums.sagetv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52453

In this thread, similiar issue seemed to be solved by deleting sage properties and the sage properties backup and rebuilding it.

Though it would be nice to save it on a thumbdrive before rebuilding so one could compare the files..if this does fix it.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by ccsmoke

http://forums.sagetv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52453

In this thread, similiar issue seemed to be solved by deleting sage properties and the sage properties backup and rebuilding it.

Though it would be nice to save it on a thumbdrive before rebuilding so one could compare the files..if this does fix it.

Thanks - I'll try that as well, however ...
After being back on Sage 7 all night, the HD PVR has again shut itself off, this time while recording SD material, so throughput can't be the problem.
Looks like these two devices don't like each other. Time for a logging and reporting session I guess

[Skirge01]

We can rule out overheating, since you recorded for 10 hours without issue via TMT. Did you use the exact same cables when you used TMT? Was the AC adapter plugged into the same outlet? Is your STB locked to a single resolution? Does it only happen on certain channels/shows? Also, try recording at the lowest quality setting in SageTV. Cover up that IR window with electrical tape.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by Skirge01

We can rule out overheating, since you recorded for 10 hours without issue via TMT. Did you use the exact same cables when you used TMT? Was the AC adapter plugged into the same outlet? Is your STB locked to a single resolution? Does it only happen on certain channels/shows? Also, try recording at the lowest quality setting in SageTV. Cover up that IR window with electrical tape.

all done and noted. as far as the IR window goes, the machine shuts itself down when no ir signals are in the air.
it's likely a Sage bug, since TMT rolled along just fine.

[tvmaster2]

and then, 50 minutes later, the HD PVR just "turns itself back on"

I'm practicing my chicken calls

[Chriscic]

I'd be surprised if Sage had the ability to turn off an HD-PVR. If so, that would be a really useful way of dealing with lockups (assuming it would turn back on again).

Sure seems like you must have a defective HD-PVR, although if rolling along in TMT (did you give it long enough?) that's contradictory.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by Chriscic

I'd be surprised if Sage had the ability to turn off an HD-PVR. If so, that would be a really useful way of dealing with lockups (assuming it would turn back on again).

Sure seems like you must have a defective HD-PVR, although if rolling along in TMT (did you give it long enough?) that's contradictory.

I gave it 10-12 hours in an open TME window - no lockups or shut downs/restarts, but it did "pause" a few times that I saw.

Also, it's connected via a PCI USB 2.0 Startech card, which is Windows 7 approved (the card doesn't need driver installation).

The only combo that causes shut-downs, stuttering and general failure is when Sage 7 is open (Windows 7 - 32bit fresh install)

I record TS files with SPDIF, cause' that SHOULD work, you know?

I have an RMA number for the HD-PVR, so if it returns "fixed" and the problem still remains, I will sadly have to end the Sage "experiment"

[tvmaster2]

so, finally RMA'd the HD-PVR back to the evil land from where it came. Temporarily (?) inserted in it's place: the trusty, old PVR-150.
SD, but haven't had a single hiccup, power cycle, missed recording or need to reboot my software and system in over 24 hours now.
And to think people are going to get excited about a NEW Hauppauge HD-PVR. sigh

[Skirge01]

Originally Posted by tvmaster2

so, finally RMA'd the HD-PVR back to the evil land from where it came. Temporarily (?) inserted in it's place: the trusty, old PVR-150.
SD, but haven't had a single hiccup, power cycle, missed recording or need to reboot my software and system in over 24 hours now.

Well, there's really nothing stopping you from continuing to use that one. But, I imagine you're using the HD-PVR because of item #1, below...

And to think people are going to get excited about a NEW Hauppauge HD-PVR. sigh

Yes, because:

1. They're the only company releasing a product like this.
2. Since we have no other options, we have to give them the benefit of the doubt that they've learned from their mistakes and this product will be better.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by Skirge01

Well, there's really nothing stopping you from continuing to use that one. But, I imagine you're using the HD-PVR because of item #1, below...



Yes, because:

1. They're the only company releasing a product like this.
2. Since we have no other options, we have to give them the benefit of the doubt that they've learned from their mistakes and this product will be better.

I know, you're right - they ARE the only company that allows us the joy of the analog hole. And, the two-year warranty on the HD-PVR is nice. I just won't buy one of the card-versions until alot of other people have tested it out. The HD PVR is a joy, but it comes at a mental cost. Why someone hasn't come out with a competing product is beyond me

[jerryt]

Originally Posted by tvmaster2

Why someone hasn't come out with a competing product is beyond me

Someone has, the Avermedia MTVUHDDVR
http://www.avermedia-usa.com/AVerTV/...il.aspx?Id=488

Stereo only, no 5.1
works in DVBlogic and so can be used as a DVBlogic tuner in SageTV.

[tvmaster2]

Originally Posted by jerryt

Someone has, the Avermedia MTVUHDDVR
http://www.avermedia-usa.com/AVerTV/...il.aspx?Id=488

Stereo only, no 5.1
works in DVBlogic and so can be used as a DVBlogic tuner in SageTV.

Thanks - HD video without 5.1 sound is like a day without sunshine

[tvmaster2]

anyone have any experience with Hauppauge RMA process, aka how long it takes to turn around? They received my HD PVR just over two weeks ago and I haven't heard a thing . . . normal for Hauppauge?